Yes, welcome to C.

I know the lonliness of isolation myself, and this year I learned some ways to get past it... so I'll pass on some ideas for you, and you can use them if it feels like it fits.

I was picked on in my youth too, so I understand the heartache, and also, I was the scapegoat for my family.. and that was no fun whatsoever!

So, when things happened to me later, like a difficult time came upon me, I'd isolate myself because I couldn't tell others how I felt, because first, I was taught that was wrong... wow, were they wrong.

I found a support group that I could go to where I could share my heart, if that might work for you, as many are free also.

I took up a hobby, then another, and met people thru that avenue as I had a good time doing something I loved, so that gave out good vibes to.

Work, well, I started doing things I liked to do, and that became so much less of a struggle...

And I made my surroundings, in my room, than my place, into someplace that reflects my good qualities, so it feels good to be home also.

Things get better from there...

You start with one thing, then take little steps to making yourself reach out, and you will see, that the world isn't made up only of those foolish classmates and people who are thoughtless... yes, they are there too, but you will also find some wonderful people who have needs like yours, to be accepted and respected, and good company too...

You will see more and more good people as you let yourself shine through.

Like attracts like, right <>

Be well, and take those small steps, like you did coming here, out there IRL too, when you are ready.

Put yourself in the best, and safest situations, choose your friends wisely, and spend at least half your day making your world the kind of place that makes you comfortable...

Sounds big, but we all start out somewhere, and small... and this grows.

Peace and Support,
Nightbird
xoxo